Rock Candy Tours

05/19/2025

The Free Birds and Night Owls tour is one you won't want to miss! Explore the downtown commercial and nightlife district on this easy walking music history tour!

Hear colorful stories about Southern music's most legendary players and their backstage cast of characters. Book your spot now before they fill up!

Tours are offered every Friday at 7 PM. Book your spot at https://visitmacon.org/rock-candy-tours/

05/16/2025

🌟🎸Don't miss these live music events in Macon, this weekend:

May 16:
Rent The Musical at Macon Little Theatre

May 17:
Salome R. Strauss at the Douglass Theatre

05/14/2025

Rock Candy Tours wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for the Architect of Rock n’ Roll, Richard Penniman, also known as Little Richard. 🎵 He was the blueprint for Macon’s incredible music history!

Pictured: Alan Walden with Little Richard

05/13/2025

"Before Nashville became a country music hit factory and Memphis laid down the blues, Macon was already shaping the sound of America."

Thank you to writer Chantelle Kincy for this story from a visit to Macon, Georgia during the 2025 International Cherry Blossom Festival! Mentioning so many fantastic music tours and storytelling opportunities with us, this piece originally ran on small news outlet & in the last hour it has already been picked up by 48 news outlets nationwide, reaching an audience of nearly 2 million (to date)!

🎶🎸📖 We are honored to be guardians of Macon's story and custodians of its heritage everyday!

Before Nashville became a country music hit factory and Memphis laid down the blues, Macon was already shaping the sound of America. From Little Richard's

05/12/2025

🎶New, upcoming dates have been added for our African American Music Experience tours!

Hop on our bus and see a comprehensive tour of Macon's architectural and cultural highlights. This specific tour highlights African Americans who played a role in shaping music in our city! 😆Bonus: this tour allows entry to two pivotal attractions in Macon-- the Douglass Theatre and Otis Redding Museum.

Available dates for the African American Music Experience Tours:
🚐May 15
🚐May 29
🚐June 5
🚐June 12
🚐June 26

All tours are at 2 PM. Book yours now at visitmacon.org !

05/09/2025

An inspiring Little Richard lyric to start your day: “I'm gonna be, I'm gonna be, I'm gonna be a wheel someday.”

05/08/2025

Honoring the memory of Macon's beloved "Patron Saint of Music," David Jarrell, we're reminded of a man whose love for this city's music scene was unmatched. His presence at every live show and his tours of Macon's musical history left a lasting mark on our hearts. David never passed up the chance to share his love for music, his passion was contagious, and his enthusiasm for sharing it was a gift to us all.

David, thank you for your priceless contributions—your legacy will rock on. Join us as we pay tribute to his life with a spirited "Yeah, Man" jam session, May 18th at The Society Garden. Help us celebrate his life the way he would have loved—through music.

05/07/2025

🎵Upcoming music event in Macon:

Logan Crosby at the Capitol Theatre on May 10th! Logan Crosby is a Milledgeville native, a cousin to Jason Aldean, and an up and coming country music artist.

05/05/2025

It’s National Travel & Tourism Week—and there’s no better time to celebrate the people and places that make Macon unforgettable! 🌟 This year, honor Mom with the gift of experience: a half-price driving tour through the heart of Macon, Georgia. 🚐

From May 5–10 only, explore our soulful city’s music history, architecture, and charm—all from the comfort of our guided van tour. Seats are limited and must be reserved by phone (479-621-7058). Call today—because Mom deserves the front seat of Macon’s story!

05/02/2025

Cooking up something special for all the Mamas out there...

Mother's Day is coming up, and what better way to celebrate than gifting your mom a driving tour through the heart of Macon, Georgia, where history, soul, and Southern charm ride shotgun!

From May 5-10 only, enjoy a half-price tour in celebration of Mother's Day. Explore Macon's rich music legacy, stunning architecture, and iconic landmarks-- all from the comfort of our van. 🚐

Advanced booking required and discount available by phone only (479-621-7058) to reserve. Seats are limited so don't miss your chance and reserve your spot today, since Mom deserves the front seat of history. 🎶💕

04/30/2025

This weekend: Shakey Graves Celebrates Ten Years and the War Came 🎵

The 10th Anniversary of And The War Came from Shakey Graves with special guest Ruby Waters, performing live at Capitol Theatre on Friday, May 2, 2025.

04/28/2025

Are you ready for your upcoming tour, and to learn more about all that Macon has to offer? Here are some things to remember before you explore our wonderful city:

⭐Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
⭐Wear comfy shoes (even if you're doing a driving tour, you may want to walk around downtown after your tour concludes!)
⭐Bring something to take photos! Whether it's your phone or a camera, feel free to capture as many moments and sights as you'd like!